For a wedding with 175 guests in the New York City, the estimated total cost is around $68,306 - $83,485. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in New York City is approximately $434. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $68,306 - $83,485.
The average wedding cost in New York City is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $68,306 - $83,485 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $216 - $264. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $229 - $279.
In New York NY, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,293 - $1,581. This represents about 1.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,834 - $2,242 |
2.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$216 - $264 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$96 - $118 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$229 - $279 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,293 - $1,581 |
1.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in New York City is $871 - $1,065. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the New York City area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$871 - $1,065 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$871 - $1,065 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in New York City is $329 - $402. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$329 - $402 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$143 - $175 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$118 - $144 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$68 - $83 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $7,544 - $9,220, which is 11.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the New York City area is $1,852 - $2,264.
For a live band, couples in New York City typically budget around $4,893 - $5,981 which is 7.2% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$7,544 - $9,220 |
11.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,852 - $2,264 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$798 - $976 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,893 - $5,981 |
7.2% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in New York City, you should budget approximately $28,885 - $35,303, which is about 42.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$28,885 - $35,303 |
42.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,497 - $5,497 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,748 - $10,692 |
12.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,452 - $15,219 |
18.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,188 - $3,896 |
4.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,734 - $5,786. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,734 - $5,786 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$795 - $971 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$354 - $432 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,139 - $1,392 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,099 - $1,343 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$681 - $833 |
1.0% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,405 - $1,717.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,405 - $1,717 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$140 - $172 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$730 - $892 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$424 - $518 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,495 - $1,827. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,495 - $1,827 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$239 - $292 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$113 - $138 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$394 - $482 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$207 - $253 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$212 - $260 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$161 - $197 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$169 - $207 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $773 - $945, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $461 - $563, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,173 - $6,323 |
7.6% |
|
Bracelet
|
$168 - $206 |
0.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$158 - $193 |
0.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,405 - $4,161 |
5.0% |
|
Necklace
|
$209 - $255 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$773 - $945 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$461 - $563 |
0.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the New York City area is $556 - $680. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$556 - $680 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$556 - $680 |
0.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,418 - $1,734.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,418 - $1,734 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,418 - $1,734 |
2.1% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$504 - $616 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in New York City spend between $5,628 - $6,878 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in New York City with 175 guests spend between $4,192 - $5,124 on wedding photography, which is about 6.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,628 - $6,878 |
8.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$390 - $476 |
0.6% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$381 - $465 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$665 - $813 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$4,192 - $5,124 |
6.1% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in New York City is estimated to be $6,163 - $7,533. This service accounts for 9.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$6,163 - $7,533 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$6,163 - $7,533 |
9.0% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,767 - $2,159.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,767 - $2,159 |
2.6% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$626 - $765 |
0.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,141 - $1,395 |
1.7% |